2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Viano | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
